WELLNESS — Natural Medicine

No-one wants to be in pain. In fact, most of us are eager to keep our bodies feeling as fit and healthy as possible on a daily basis. Inflammation is one of those pesky side effects our body produces when it is actually helping us out – seems counter intuitive, I know. It’s a side effect we would all rather not experience, but at the same time, it plays a role in keeping us healthy. Did you know? Inflammation is your body’s response to irritation, infection and injury – it is actually there to protect your body. Inflammation tells your...

 New Year… new you! It’s no secret that so many of us head into the New Year with bold plans to change a particular aspect of our lives. Whether you are wanting to shed those extra kilos, eat healthier or spend more time with the kids, most people set a New Year’s Resolution into place. There is nothing wrong with this! In fact, it’s a great thing to do. It means we are still searching to better ourselves and to do better, and this is a good thing. The problem is making it two weeks into the New Year and...

Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar If there is one unsung hero in the health foods world, it is most certainly apple cider vinegar. Considered the holy grail of health supplements, you may have heard your mum tout its benefits over the years, while you blissfully tuned out and parked her beliefs as ‘overkill’. Got a scratch from the cat? Mum puts apple cider vinegar on it! Want to reduce your wrinkles? Mum uses apple cider vinegar! Lose weight? You got it, apple cider vinegar. It’s no wonder you are a little apprehensive about believing these claims. It almost seems...

  Since I can remember, I have always used propolis mouth sprays and Manuka Honey drops when I am travelling into the cooler seasons, and in particular, Ski tripping season with my son. Due to the cold, windy weather, my throat has a tendency to get quite dry and sore, which is when I rely on my propolis mouth spray - every morning before skiing and I am good to go! Like many, I’ve known for a long time that Manuka Honey is incredibly powerful thanks to its antimicrobial properties which help to ease sore throats (naturally) and so when I...